CRBA UPDATE March 1, 2023   |
 .jpg?w=1534&ssl=1)  We are excited to announce the creation of a ministry that will bless our business community in Burke County. Through this new (multifaceted) ministry, churches can bless businesses by providing prayer, training, chaplains, food, and much more. To learn how your church can participate, please join us on March 6th at 6 p.m. at our CRBA office (1812 US 70 E., Morganton). This is a great way for your church to bless and reach businesses for Christ.  .jpg?w=1534&ssl=1)  Date%20change.jpg?w=1534&ssl=1)  This is going to be a wonderful opportunity to equip the saints for the work of ministry. Whether you’re a deacon, pastor, teenager, senior adult, etc. we have breakouts for you. Please help us spread the word and feel free to bring someone with you. %202.jpg?w=1534&ssl=1)  Soup It Forward Day This idea is from Operation Inasmuch which reminds us that Friday, March 3rd is “National Soup It Forward Day!” Soup it Forward Day is a day to urge people to spread love and generosity with a bowl of soup. The fundamental idea behind the day is to think about others who are less fortunate or are going through a tough time. Nothing like a warm bowl of soup to let them know you care and brighten their day. So, make some soup, share it with others and remind them how much they are loved by Jesus and by you. CRBA Resource of the Week  Are you planning an event and want to serve popcorn but are not sure how to make a large amount? The Catawba River Baptist Association can help. We have two popcorn machines that can be checked out (free of charge) by any of our 66 CRBA churches. To reserve one of the popcorn machines, please call 828-437-0137 or email us at admin@admin Church News Burkemont Baptist Church invites you to Alive , Forever, Amen, an Easter Drama/Musical on March 31 & April 1 & 2 @ 6:30 pm.  Catawba Valley Baptist Church invites you to Worship in the Valley March 24, 2023 from 6 – 8 pm  Hopewell Baptist is seeking a part-time Music Director. The skill of music reading is a requirement. Please send resumes to: HBCsecretary2016@gmail.com Icard’s Grove Baptist is seeking a bi-vocational Pastor. Partner News Saturday One-Day Missions for all ages Baptist Children’s Homes hosts its Saturday “Friends of Children” workdays (FOC) at its statewide locations in the spring and fall. Your church group will be able to directly impact BCH’s boys and girls while seeing the ministry firsthand. It’s the perfect way to make a difference within our North Carolina mission field. A free lunch is served, and tours are available. All types of projects are available. It will be a great day of fellowship, work and food! We also ask individuals to prayer walk the campuses and pray for our children and staff throughout the day. This is an excellent opportunity to introduce others to the exciting work going on at Baptist Children’s Homes. April 15: Cameron Boys Camp, Cameron May 6 : Camp Duncan, Aberdeen May 13: Kennedy Home, Kinston May 20: Odum Home, Pemroke https://www.bchfamily.org/friends-of-childrenIf you would like to participate click HERE to register and choose a day! There is a need for more Guardiam Ad Litems in Burke County. Is God calling you to be the voice for a child? Click HERE for more information. .jpg?resize=400%2C333&ssl=1) CONSTRUCTION TRAINING  Construction Skills Training A great way for your churches to introduce adults and students to some of the basic skills used on a construction mission trip or in a local Handyman Ministry is through hands-on Construction Skills Training. Each one-day event will help volunteers feel more comfortable at a disaster rebuild site, on a Partnership Mission Trip, or doing a project through your local churches in their communities. This training is designed for those who are unfamiliar with construction, so students are very welcome. Cost is only $10 for the day! Participants should be 10 years old and above. We ask that students 10 – 12 years of age be accompanied by a parent or responsible guardian who will stay with that child at a 1 child: 2 student ratio. Students 12-17 should be accompanied by adults at a 4 students: 1 adult ratio. Cost is only $10 for the day! October 28, Red Springs Mission Camp March 11 & September 16, Charity Rebuild Center March 25 & October 7, Shelby Mission Camp registration – 8:30 am training 9 am – 3 pm cost: $10 for training, $21 if including an overnight stay on Friday night Register HERE  If you would like to learn more about the Every Child Initiative please check here. Glenwood Baptist Church is seeking a man of God to be our full-time pastor. If interested, please submit your resume to: Glenwood Baptist Church Attn: Pastor Search Committee PO Box 218 Glenwood, NC 28737 or online at glenwoodbaptistchurch@yahoo.com. First Baptist Church of Lincolnton, NC: Wanted: Part-time Facilities Manager who has demonstrated maintenance experience. If interested, please send a resume to First Baptist Church, Attn: Dr. Stanley Spence, 201 Robin Road, Lincolnton, NC 28092, or email Vicki.moore@fbclincolnton.org. Mt. Elam Baptist Church of Roseboro, NC is actively seeking a full time Youth Pastor. Full time is preferred, but bi-vocational could be considered. We believe in reaching and making an impact for future generations. Responsibilities include providing oversight to the youth and children’s ministries, teaching and leading youth on a weekly basis, organizing events, camps, and other outreach opportunities, as well as being involved in the lives of our teenagers. Send resumes to pastorbrandon@mtelam.org by April 30, 2023. |